Joe Graedon | The Seattle Times

November 13, 2019 at 6:00 am

Breaking down the effects of biotin supplements

One reader shares their experience with taking biotin supplements and more helpful health tips from People’s Pharmacy.

November 6, 2019 at 6:00 am

Handling irritable bowel syndrome with dietary choices

One reader describes their home remedies for treating the symptoms of IBS.

October 30, 2019 at 6:00 am

A tip to clear effects of anesthesia with diet

One reader seems to have stumbled on a natural method for clearing the effects of anesthesia after an operation.

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October 23, 2019 at 6:00 am

Could pomegranate juice interact with Crestor?

A reader suspects an adverse interaction between Crestor and pomegranate juice, but the science may not confirm it.

October 15, 2019 at 6:00 am

Vitamin E oil for toenail fungus

We first heard about topical vitamin E oil for nail fungus in 1991. A nurse scolded us for not knowing about this home remedy.

October 8, 2019 at 6:00 am

When should you get the flu shot?

It takes about two weeks for your body to make antibodies against influenza viruses.

October 1, 2019 at 6:00 am

Will MSM help grow healthier hair?

Although there is some preliminary research to suggest that this dietary supplement may be helpful for skin quality and texture, we could find no data...

September 26, 2019 at 6:00 am

Use caution with cinnamon to lower blood sugar

Cinnamon can help lower blood sugar, but there could be negative effects from regular cinnamon consumption.

September 11, 2019 at 6:00 am

Natural crystal deodorants contain aluminum

Investigating the active ingredient in many natural crystal deodorants.

September 3, 2019 at 6:00 am

Coffee gets bowels going after surgery

Coffee may help patients clear the hospital sooner after surgery. Plus: A reader reports a beautifying side effect of a rheumatoid-arthritis medication.